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Cheap flights from Auckland to Cape Town from $1,405

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CPT
26 Apr — 3 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2026.

Thu 28/522:05
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/619:30
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop38h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,288
Thu 7/522:05
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/513:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,297
Mon 6/422:15
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop46h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/413:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,304
Sun 10/522:05
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 17/513:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/3$2,332
Sun 26/422:05
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop47h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/513:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/3$2,337
Sun 10/509:00
AKL
-
CPT
3 stops60h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 17/516:35
CPT
-
AKL
2 stops56h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 26/3$2,339
Tue 9/613:40
AKL
-
CPT
2 stops37h 00m
Emirates
Sat 11/720:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop27h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 26/3$2,365
Thu 2/423:15
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop46h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 14/413:00
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop44h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,370
Wed 20/520:30
AKL
-
CPT
1 stop49h 00m
Emirates
Wed 27/518:25
CPT
-
AKL
1 stop29h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3$2,372

Find flight deals from Auckland to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 27 March 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,288

One-way from

$1,405

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,247
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/5-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 85h 30m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 7/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 25m total
  • Auckland to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($382 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($96 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 27 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/4

22:05-11:30

1 stop47h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 3/5

13:00-19:35

1 stop44h 35m

$2,337

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Wed 6/5

13:40-16:40

2 stops37h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

13:15-09:55

1 stop34h 40m

$2,398

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Fri 29/5

20:30-11:30

1 stop49h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 19/6

13:15-09:55

1 stop34h 40m

$2,427

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Mon 11/5

13:25-16:40

2 stops37h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

18:25-22:55

2 stops42h 30m

$2,465

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 10/5

08:20-16:40

2 stops42h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

13:15-16:50

2 stops41h 35m

$2,479

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sat 18/4

20:30-16:40

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/5

18:25-17:50

3 stops37h 25m

$2,526
Fastest return journey

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Fri 8/5

20:30-16:40

1 stop30h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 15/5

18:25-09:55

1 stop29h 30m

$2,542
Cheapest one-way

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/6

22:05-21:50

2 stops33h 45m

$1,445

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

22:05-22:20

2 stops34h 15m

$1,458

AucklandCape Town

AKL - CPT

AKLCPT

Auckland Intl

Thu 7/5

22:05-11:30

1 stop47h 25m

$1,573

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town (average of $1,623). Flying from Auckland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,021). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 27 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Auckland to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,013 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,733 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,484 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

    Qatar Airways and Emirates can get you from Auckland to Cape Town in just under 37h. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 25m. Auckland and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 11739 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town round-trip?

    According to our current data, Singapore Airlines ($1,702), Qantas Airways ($1,723), and South African ($1,832) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Cape Town. Singapore Airlines is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Singapore Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $963. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Auckland to Cape Town for a low price.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Cape Town?

    Flights departing from Auckland and landing in Cape Town stopover in Johannesburg most frequently. Dubai follows Johannesburg in terms of the most common stopover location on Auckland to Cape Town flights. Dubai is followed by Singapore in terms of the most popular stopover location for Auckland to Cape Town flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Cape Town flights?

    Flights departing from Auckland and landing in Cape Town stopover in Brisbane least frequently. Auckland to Cape Town flights stopping in Sydney are the next rarest. Doha follows Sydney in terms of the least frequent stopover locations on Auckland to Cape Town flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Cape Town (average of $1,623). Flying from Auckland to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,021). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Fly from Auckland to Cape Town on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Auckland to Cape Town. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 27 March 2026.
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Top 6 airlines flying from Auckland to Cape Town

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 27 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,702Average$2,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,723Average$2,317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,832Average$2,126FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$2,078Average$2,477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,186Average$2,529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$2,610Average$3,995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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